You’ve just given your adorable dog a bath. You’ve brushed its coat and now it’s gleaming like burnished copper. But you forgot to close the back door and off your silly doggo goes, bounding outside. And then you realize: it’s rained recently, there’s dirt everywhere outside, and your pooch is already frolicking across muddy puddles like Peppa Pig.

That’s just one of the many possible situations how your beautiful floof of a doggo can get muddy, messy, and mucky. Bored Panda has compiled a list of adorable and funny photos showing why you should never let your dog take a mud bath. So scroll down, upvote these funny doggers, and let us know in the comments if your pet’s ever done something similar. Oh, and when you’re done enjoying this list, have a look through our previous post about muddy canines.

This post might make some of you want to adopt a pet dog or become a better person by volunteering at your local animal shelters. If that’s what’s on your mind, read on for our interview with the Central California Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.

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Before And After Playdate

Dog playing in mud shown contrasting between clean and muddy state.

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    As Expected I Got Super Super Muddy And Had A Great Time, However I Partied A Bit Too Hard

    Clean dog indoors versus muddy dog outdoors, illustrating why dogs shouldn't play in the mud.

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    #3

    Dog Playing In River Evolves Into Supermodel

    Dog playing in mud, getting dirty and covered, showing why pets should avoid muddy areas.

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    #4

    Dandelion Zoomies

    Dog with muddy yellow legs lounging on a wooden porch.

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    #5

    Before And After Mud Bath

    Dog happily covered in mud after playing outside, lying on its back with eyes closed.

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    #6

    "Today I Discovered Mud Puddles. Best. Day. Ever"

    Dog playing in the mud, getting dirty and enjoying the mess in a muddy area.

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    #7

    Our Babies When They Play Too Much. Alice And Figo

    Two dogs playing, one in a grassy field and two covered in mud, illustrating why dogs shouldn't play in mud.

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    #8

    So That’s How Chocolate Labs Are Made

    Dog covered in mud standing in a snowy pond.

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    #9

    Wat, Mahm? Dirt? Where? I See Nuffin

    Clean puppy on left; muddy dog on right playing in the grass.

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    #10

    Ran Through The Tall Weeds With Her Velcro Fur. Took A Bath And Nearly 2 Hours Of Brushing To Get Them All Out

    Fluffy dog covered in mud and leaves, highlighting reasons to avoid letting dogs play in the mud.

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    #11

    Anyone Knows How To Clean A Bath? Asking For A Friend

    Dog before and after playing in mud; happy dog on left, muddy dog in bathtub on right.

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    #12

    Is This Not Good?

    Clean puppy vs. muddy dog, highlighting reasons dogs should avoid playing in mud.

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    #13

    Mud Dogger

    Dog relaxing indoors and playing in the mud outside, covered in dirt.

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    #14

    Happy Hippo Ralph

    Dog covered in mud and looking guilty, highlighting why dogs should avoid playing in mud.

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    #15

    Very First Time I Stuck My Head In Thick Mud. Mum Was Absolutely Horrified But Then Start Laughing. No One Wanted To Pet Me On The Walk Home Tho

    Golden retriever enjoying grass and playing in the mud, showcasing why dogs should avoid muddy areas.

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    #16

    Someone Found The Only Mud Puddle In The Dog Park

    Clean dog indoors vs muddy dog after playing outside, highlighting reasons to avoid letting dogs play in mud.

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    #17

    Oh You Dirty Dog

    Dog standing on a tree stump and later covered in mud on a leash in the woods.

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    #18

    She Found The Mud Puddle

    Clean dog and muddy dog playing in the mud, showing the mess created.

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    #19

    I See Your Muddy Pupper, And I Raise You Mine

    Clean dog sitting indoors and muddy dog outside, illustrating reasons to avoid letting your dog play in mud.

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    #20

    Found Her Playing In The Mud In The Backyard

    Cute dog before and after playing in mud, showing the difference between a clean and muddy pet.

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    #21

    Can You Believe It’s The Same Dog In Both Pictures?

    Two dogs enjoying muddy water, covered in mud under lush greenery.

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    #22

    Gabby Found A Mud Hole To Cool Off In

    Dog dressed in a tutu and playing in the mud, showcasing reasons to avoid muddy play.

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    #23

    The Little One Is Learning From His Big Brother

    Two clean dogs smiling, one puppy with muddy paws, and another dog covered in mud.

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    #24

    Was Asked If Martha Ever Got Muddy. Well, Yes. A Little

    Clean dog vs. muddy dog, highlighting why dogs shouldn't play in the mud.

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    #25

    Rare Pupper Having A Hecking Good Time In The Mud

    Dog sitting clean on a deck, contrasting with a muddy dog lying in the dirt, illustrating reasons to keep dogs out of mud.

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    #26

    Doesn't He Look Fetching In His Mud Suit?

    Clean dog in kennel and muddy dog outside; reasons to avoid dog in mud.

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    #27

    Hands Up If You Love Mud Puddles

    Clean dog with party hat beside a muddy dog, highlighting the mess mud can make.

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    #28

    Sunday Funday! Dog Park + Mud Puddles + Puppacinos

    Clean white dog and the same dog covered in mud, illustrating effects of playing in mud.

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    It’s Safe To Say Wrigley Had The Most Fun At The Park Yesterday

    Golden retriever clean and muddy, illustrating why dogs shouldn't play in mud.

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